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B991 LRA

1984 Land Rover SERIES3

Beige Petrol 2250cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

17,272 mi
Last recorded17,272 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 1984 Land Rover SERIES337,139 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB991 LRA
MakeLand Rover
ModelSERIES3
Year1984
ColourBeige
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,250cc
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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2025 17,272 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2024 16,142 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2024 16,102 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2023 15,689 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2022 15,035 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2021 14,590 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2020 14,295 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2019 13,959 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2010 13,474 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 30 May 2009 12,765 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2008 12,462 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 11 Jun 2007 11,642 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

rear crossmember starting to corrode

Pass 20 Feb 2006 11,239 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 20 Feb 2006 11,239 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

How Reliable is the Land Rover SERIES3?

Based on 1,342 MOT tests across 149 vehicles.

71.4%
Pass Rate
538
Miles/Year
55
Year Lifespan
149
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 95
Stop lamp not working 85
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 53
Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush 34
Brakes imbalanced across an axle 34
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B991 LRA is a 1984 Land Rover SERIES3 in Beige with a 2,250cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1984 Land Rover SERIES3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.1% with a typical mileage of 37,139 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Land Rover SERIES3 fails its MOT is suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 95 recorded failures. If you're considering buying B991 LRA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover SERIES3 typically stays on UK roads for around 55 years. At 42 years old, this Land Rover SERIES3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was B991 LRA registered?

B991 LRA is a 1984 Land Rover SERIES3, first registered on 30 December 1984.

Is B991 LRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for B991 LRA shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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